Our History

Juliette Gordon Low had a dream.

In March 1912, when she brought that first group of girls together
in Savannah, Georgia, she wanted them to explore new possibilities and
the wonders of the world around them—and she wanted them to do it together.

Along with Juliette Gordon Low, also known as “Daisy,” these first
Girl Scouts blazed trails and redefined what was possible for
themselves and for girls everywhere. They played basketball. They
hiked, swam, and camped. They learned to tell time by the stars. And
most importantly, they shared a sense of adventure and a belief that
they could do anything. And just like Girl Scouts do across the
country and around the globe today, they offered a helping hand to
those in need and worked together to improve their corner of the world.

Since the founding of the Girl Scout Movement more than a century
ago, Daisy's small circle of girls has grown to include nearly 2
million girl members and more than 50 million Girl Scout alums—united
across the decades by a spirit of lifelong friendship and shared
adventure and the desire to do big things to make the world a better
place.

“Truly, ours is a circle of friendships, united by our ideals.” — Juliette Gordon Low

Historical Museum

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California is fortunate to have a
dedicated group of volunteers who support our Historical Museum with
tours, memorabilia trunks, uniforms and displays
available for you and your troop’s enjoyment. Located inside the
Sacramento Regional Program Center, the Historical Museum offers
one-hour, interactive
tours guiding you through a Girl Scout timeline as you explore the
rich heritage of each decade.

Girls, ages 11-17, can also train as a museum docent, gaining skills
and opportunities to share this history with others.